ABOARD 800-827-9385 Provides support for families of children with autism. ACCESS 412-562-5353 Information on eligibilty for transportation. Achieva/ARC 412-995-5000 Information about local community homes, community-based employment for individuals with mental retardation and other disabilities. Action Housing 412-281-2102 Linkages too educational and employment opportunities. ADAPT:www.adapt.org Advocacy:
AHEED 412-381-3313 Situational assessments, job development, placement, and coahing. Allegheny County Department of Human Services 412-350-7285 To register to determine eligibility for MR services and select a Support Coordination Unit. Allegheny County Department of Human Services 412-350-4978 To register to determine eligibility for MH services and selct a Case Manager. Allegheny County Unit Travel Instruction Office 412-394-5818 For individuals with cognitive or physical disabilites not blind or visually impaired. The travel instructor offers travel related skills instruction, travel awareness lessons, and independent travel instruction. Assitive Technology:
Augmentative Communication Consultants, Inc. 800-982-2248 ACCI represents over a dozen manufactures of augmentative communication and other assistive technologies, offering demonstrations, workshops, and consultation. Autism Society of Pittsburgh 724-865-7223 Provides parents and professionals with information and referrals for medical, educational, and therapeutic services. Best Buddies 412-432-5913 Enhances the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment. Bidwell Training Center 412-323-4000 ext. 142 Provides vocational training programs, featuring strong partnerships with leading Pittsburgh corporations, agencies, and organizations. Job placement is available. Canine Companions for Independence 412-531-1307 This service is not only for the blind, but Canine Companions are also used for individuals with hearing and physical disabilities. CAREER LINK Pgh 412-552-7100 Provides assistance with resume writing, cover letter development, computer classes, and placing resumes into data base employment opportunities.
Pittsburgh 412-552-7100
McKeesport 412-673-5621
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh 412-622-3133
East Neighborhood Employment Center 412-362-8580
Forbes Road Career & Technology Center 412-373-8100
Goodwill Industries 412-390-2327
Northside Leadership Conference Center 412-231-4714
Allegheny West Airport Corridor Connection 412-809-3500
Carpenters Training & Educational Program of Western PA 412-262-1830 Provides apprentice training in the building trades unions. CCAC
412-237-4612 Office of Supportive Services for Students with Disabilities
412-237-6597 Special Needs Recreation Programs
412-369-4134 Special Needs Vocational Programs (janitorial/greehouse)
724-935-3870 Special Needs Vocational Programs (food service)
412-369-4136 Special Needs Vocational Programs (nursing)
CCAC Ford Automotive Student Service Educational Training Program (ASSET) 412-269-4912 Prepares students to service high-tech automobiles. Center for Theater Arts 412-563-5080 Offers instruction in dance, voice, acting, and musical theater for youth through age 18 including children with special needs. CHADD 412-833-6324 Provides support for children with ADD and ADHD. Chartiers Center Regional Recreation Program 412-221-3302 ext. 187 Provides information on recreation/leisure time activities. Chartiers Vocational Training Centers 412-833-8279 CEO Competitive Employment Opportunities 412-362-6400 Community based situational assessments and job development. Down Syndrome Center of Western PA 412-692-7963 Assists familes in locating community services and resources. Dynavox Systems 412-381-4883 Dynavox Systems offers state-of-the-art communication devices and software. Easter Seals 412-281-7244 ext. 274 School-to-Work Program Exceptional Adventures 412-331-1690 Supervised travel programs for eligible adults. Goodwill Industries 412-390-2244 Vocational assessments, facility based programs, adult training programs, community based support employment. ICM School of Business & Medical Careers 800-441-5222 Provides vocational training and job opportunities. Job Corps 412-471-6123 Education/vocational training programs. Life's Work 412-471-2600 Job development, job coaching, job placement, community based assessments, facility based programs, project match, and vocational assessments. Machine Shop Technologies Institute 412-922-2602 Provides vocational training and job opportunities. Mercy Behavioral Health 724-933-8222 Wexford Site - Provide adult training programs and workshops. Mercy Hospital Child Development Center Teacher's Aide Training Program 412-232-5578 Provides training to persons with developmental disabilities to work as teacher's aides in child care centers and preschools. Military Resources - Army 800-USA-ARMY, Army National Guard 800-GO-GUARD, Navy 800-USA-NAVY, Air Force 800-423-USAF, Air National Guard 800-TO-GO-ANG, Marine Corps 800-MARINES, Coast Guard 800-424-8883. Mon Yough Community Services, Inc. 412-672-3400 Provide training alternatives center/workshop program. New Century Careers 412-258-6620 Provides training and placement in machining and welding. Office of Disability Services (college of choice) To explain options for summer pre college experience and to explain support options available on campus. Office of Long Term Living (OLTL) Provides information about services and supports to individuals over the age of 60 and personal 18 to 59 with disabilities. OVR - James Shanahan 412-392-4956, 800-442-6371, jashanahan@state.pa.us To determine eligibility for adult vocational services. PARC-WAY Industries under ACHIEVA Bethel Park 412-833-6288 Provides adult training programs and workshops. Parent Education Network 800-522-5827 PEN provides information, skills, and supports to parents in helping their children reach their full potential in educational, vocational, and community settings. Pennsylanvania Recreation & Leisure Services for Persons with Disabilities 877-986-4550 Offer referrals to events and activities and information on wheelchair accessibility, hearing and vision accommodations, and speech and behavioral considerations. Pittsburgh Technical Institute 800-905-9985 ext. 261 Provides vocational training programs and prepares students for a variety of job opportunities. Pittsburgh Vision Services 412-682-5600 Community based supported training and employment, personal adjustment to Blindness Training (PABT), and Access Technology Center. S.A.F.E. Supporting Autism & Families Everywhere 877-510-7233 A non-profit group of parents of children with autism interested in seeking out and sharing information with the goal of helping people with autism live a full and independent life. Social Security Administration Benefits Planning & Outreach Program 412-381-3313 Provide benefit planning assistance and outreach. Special Olympics 412-279-5450 Provides year-round training and athletic competition in a variety of well-coached Olympic-type sports for all individuals with mental retardation. Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania 724-935-5433 The SBAWP is a charitable, non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of life for people with disabilities and providing a continuum of direct service, education, and advocacy. Step-by-Step, Inc. Day Program 412-341-1761 Provides adult training programs and workshops. The Caring Place 888-224-4673 Provides support for grieving children, adolescents, and their families. The Special Kids Network 724-449-8320 Offers information on summer camps, respite care, and other issues that families with children with disabilitiles may need to access. Three Rivers Center for Independent Living 412-371-7700 Community options and supports for independence and supported employment. Three Rivers Adaptive Sports (TRAS) 412-749-2281 Sports, recreation and social programs for persons with disabilities. Triangle Tech Pittsburgh School 412-359-1000 Provides vocational and job opportunities. TRCIL Three Rivers Center for Independent Living 412-371-7700 ext. 223 sodonald@trcil.org A non-residential, non-profit, community-based human service organization. It's purpose is to assist people with disabilities to lead self-directed and productive lives within the community. The services and programs they provide include:
Independent Living Skills Training - develop the skills needed to live independently
Information and Referral - provide referral for specific services offered by TRCIL or other agencies
Advocacy - work to address discrimination issues and promote systems change
Peer Support - provide one-on-one informal support and advice
Youth Transitioning Program
UCP Community Living and Supports Services (CLASS) 412-683-7100 Community living and supports services to persons with disabilities. United Mental Health 412-391-3820 Mental health information, resources, and supports. Wheelchair Getaways-PA 800-221-6501 When traveling by air, you can enjoy the convenience of having a van delivered to the airport.
ABOARD 800-827-9385 Provides support for families of children with autism.
ACCESS 412-562-5353 Information on eligibilty for transportation.
Achieva/ARC 412-995-5000 Information about local community homes, community-based employment for individuals with mental retardation and other disabilities.
Action Housing 412-281-2102 Linkages too educational and employment opportunities.
ADAPT: www.adapt.org
Advocacy:
AHEED 412-381-3313 Situational assessments, job development, placement, and coahing.
Allegheny County Department of Human Services 412-350-7285 To register to determine eligibility for MR services and select a Support Coordination Unit.
Allegheny County Department of Human Services 412-350-4978 To register to determine eligibility for MH services and selct a Case Manager.
Allegheny County Unit Travel Instruction Office 412-394-5818 For individuals with cognitive or physical disabilites not blind or visually impaired. The travel instructor offers travel related skills instruction, travel awareness lessons, and independent travel instruction.
Assitive Technology:
Augmentative Communication Consultants, Inc. 800-982-2248 ACCI represents over a dozen manufactures of augmentative communication and other assistive technologies, offering demonstrations, workshops, and consultation.
Autism Society of Pittsburgh 724-865-7223 Provides parents and professionals with information and referrals for medical, educational, and therapeutic services.
Best Buddies 412-432-5913 Enhances the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.
Bidwell Training Center 412-323-4000 ext. 142 Provides vocational training programs, featuring strong partnerships with leading Pittsburgh corporations, agencies, and organizations. Job placement is available.
Canine Companions for Independence 412-531-1307 This service is not only for the blind, but Canine Companions are also used for individuals with hearing and physical disabilities.
CAREER LINK Pgh 412-552-7100 Provides assistance with resume writing, cover letter development, computer classes, and placing resumes into data base employment opportunities.
Carpenters Training & Educational Program of Western PA 412-262-1830 Provides apprentice training in the building trades unions.
CCAC
CCAC Ford Automotive Student Service Educational Training Program (ASSET) 412-269-4912 Prepares students to service high-tech automobiles.
Center for Theater Arts 412-563-5080 Offers instruction in dance, voice, acting, and musical theater for youth through age 18 including children with special needs.
CHADD 412-833-6324 Provides support for children with ADD and ADHD.
Chartiers Center Regional Recreation Program 412-221-3302 ext. 187 Provides information on recreation/leisure time activities.
Chartiers Vocational Training Centers 412-833-8279
CEO Competitive Employment Opportunities 412-362-6400 Community based situational assessments and job development.
Down Syndrome Center of Western PA 412-692-7963 Assists familes in locating community services and resources.
Dynavox Systems 412-381-4883 Dynavox Systems offers state-of-the-art communication devices and software.
Easter Seals 412-281-7244 ext. 274 School-to-Work Program
Exceptional Adventures 412-331-1690 Supervised travel programs for eligible adults.
Goodwill Industries 412-390-2244 Vocational assessments, facility based programs, adult training programs, community based support employment.
ICM School of Business & Medical Careers 800-441-5222 Provides vocational training and job opportunities.
Job Corps 412-471-6123 Education/vocational training programs.
Life's Work 412-471-2600 Job development, job coaching, job placement, community based assessments, facility based programs, project match, and vocational assessments.
Machine Shop Technologies Institute 412-922-2602 Provides vocational training and job opportunities.
Mercy Behavioral Health 724-933-8222 Wexford Site - Provide adult training programs and workshops.
Mercy Hospital Child Development Center Teacher's Aide Training Program 412-232-5578 Provides training to persons with developmental disabilities to work as teacher's aides in child care centers and preschools.
Military Resources - Army 800-USA-ARMY, Army National Guard 800-GO-GUARD, Navy 800-USA-NAVY, Air Force 800-423-USAF, Air National Guard 800-TO-GO-ANG, Marine Corps 800-MARINES, Coast Guard 800-424-8883.
Mon Yough Community Services, Inc. 412-672-3400 Provide training alternatives center/workshop program.
New Century Careers 412-258-6620 Provides training and placement in machining and welding.
Office of Disability Services (college of choice) To explain options for summer pre college experience and to explain support options available on campus.
Office of Long Term Living (OLTL) Provides information about services and supports to individuals over the age of 60 and personal 18 to 59 with disabilities.
OVR - James Shanahan 412-392-4956, 800-442-6371, jashanahan@state.pa.us To determine eligibility for adult vocational services.
PARC-WAY Industries under ACHIEVA Bethel Park 412-833-6288 Provides adult training programs and workshops.
Parent Education Network 800-522-5827 PEN provides information, skills, and supports to parents in helping their children reach their full potential in educational, vocational, and community settings.
Pennsylanvania Recreation & Leisure Services for Persons with Disabilities 877-986-4550 Offer referrals to events and activities and information on wheelchair accessibility, hearing and vision accommodations, and speech and behavioral considerations.
Pittsburgh Technical Institute 800-905-9985 ext. 261 Provides vocational training programs and prepares students for a variety of job opportunities.
Pittsburgh Vision Services 412-682-5600 Community based supported training and employment, personal adjustment to Blindness Training (PABT), and Access Technology Center.
S.A.F.E. Supporting Autism & Families Everywhere 877-510-7233 A non-profit group of parents of children with autism interested in seeking out and sharing information with the goal of helping people with autism live a full and independent life.
Social Security Administration Benefits Planning & Outreach Program 412-381-3313 Provide benefit planning assistance and outreach.
Special Olympics 412-279-5450 Provides year-round training and athletic competition in a variety of well-coached Olympic-type sports for all individuals with mental retardation.
Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania 724-935-5433 The SBAWP is a charitable, non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of life for people with disabilities and providing a continuum of direct service, education, and advocacy.
Step-by-Step, Inc. Day Program 412-341-1761 Provides adult training programs and workshops.
The Caring Place 888-224-4673 Provides support for grieving children, adolescents, and their families.
The Special Kids Network 724-449-8320 Offers information on summer camps, respite care, and other issues that families with children with disabilitiles may need to access.
Three Rivers Center for Independent Living 412-371-7700 Community options and supports for independence and supported employment.
Three Rivers Adaptive Sports (TRAS) 412-749-2281 Sports, recreation and social programs for persons with disabilities.
Triangle Tech Pittsburgh School 412-359-1000 Provides vocational and job opportunities.
TRCIL Three Rivers Center for Independent Living 412-371-7700 ext. 223 sodonald@trcil.org A non-residential, non-profit, community-based human service organization. It's purpose is to assist people with disabilities to lead self-directed and productive lives within the community. The services and programs they provide include:
UCP Community Living and Supports Services (CLASS) 412-683-7100 Community living and supports services to persons with disabilities.
United Mental Health 412-391-3820 Mental health information, resources, and supports.
Wheelchair Getaways-PA 800-221-6501 When traveling by air, you can enjoy the convenience of having a van delivered to the airport.
WEBSITES
College - www.collegeboard.org, www.act.org, www.educationplanner.com, www.pheaa.org, www.pennsylvaniameantor.org, www.thinkcollege.net, www.ahead.org, www.ccdanet.org, www.mycollegeoptions.org, www.findacareercollege.com, www.campustours.com, www.going-to-college.org, www.ccac.edu, www.ed.gov/index.jsp, www.finaid.org
Disability Information - www.disabilityinfo.gov, www.sshechan.edu, www.pdehighered.state.pa.us/higher, www.50states.com/college/penn.htm, www.pavisnet.com/colleges, www.ncd.gov,
Career Exploration - www.pennsylvaniamentor.org, www.careercruising.com, www.kids.gov/k_careers.htm, www.quintcareers.com/test.html, www.careerclusters.org, www.careerpathway.org/home.htm, www.ahead.org, www.ccdanet.org, www.goodcharacter.com, www.cappex.com, www.charactereducation.com, www.pde.state.pa.us/bcte, www.jist.com/free_resources.shtm, www.ja.org, www.educationplanner.com, www.jff.org, www.acrnetworking.org, www.careersolutionsgroup.com, www.inventpa.com, www.entre-ed.org, www.pfew.org, www.entrepreneur.com, www.bls.gov/k12.com, www.careeronestop.org, www.careers.org, www.careeroverview.com/careers.html, www.kids.gov,
Career Preparation - www.provenresumes.com, www.pahext.com, www.careeronestop.org, www.careers.ucr.edu, www.nsttac.org,
www.myfuture.com, www.fvkasa.org, www.health.gwu.edu, www.postitt.org, www.thinkcollege.net/index.php, www.addyic.org, www.transcen.org, www.transitioncoalition.org, www.princetonreview.com/college/sat-psat-practice.aspx, www.4tests.com
Scholarships - www.finaid.org, www.fastweb.com, www.scholarship.com, www.allaboutcollege.com
Social Skills - www.angelfire.com/pa5/as/socialskills.html, http://socialskillscentral.com/, www.speakingofspeech.com/SocialSkillsPragmatics.html, http://education.ou.edu/zarrow, www.usatoday.com, www.papsa.org, www.aiu3.com, www.positiveaction.net, www.pathway-pals.com, www.careersolutionsgroup.com,
Transition - www.pattan.k12.pa.us/, http://pacareerzone.org, http://cacareerzone.org, www.pacareerstandards.com, http://online.onetcenter.org, http://going-to-college.org, www.pepnet.org/itransition.asp, www.payouthleaders.ning.com, www.ncset.org, www.specialed.about.com, www.teachersfirst.com, www.youthhood.org, www.alife4me.com, http://idea.ed.gov/explore/home, www.ndpc-sd.org, www.psocenter.org,
www.ideapartnership.org/work14.cfm?communityid=4, www.nsttac.org, http://old.nichcy.org/resources/transition101.asp, www.betterhighschools.org, www.pacer.org/tatra/personal.htm, www.rrfcnetwork.org, www.acf.hhs.gov, www.samhsa.gov, www.usdoj.gov.crt, www.ojjdp.ncjrs.gov, https://tadnet.ilinc.com/perl/ilinc/lms/event.pl?int=1, www.imdetermined.org, http://education.ou.edu/zarrow,
www.doleta.gov, www.ncwd-youth.info, www.ecoc.gov, www.ssa.gov/disabilityresearch, www.dedt.org, www.ncset.org, www.nasetalliance.org,
www.ncd.gov, www.nationaldb.org/index.php, http://ies.ed.gov,
World of Work - www.bls.gov, www.studygs.net/metacognition.htm, www.servicelearning.org, www.khake.com/page3.html, www.21stcenturyskills.org, www.pacareerlink.state.pa.us, www.careervoyages.gov, www.jobcorps.doleta.gov, http:///online.onetcenter.org, www.islandnet.com, www.asainstitute.org, www.paworkforce.state.pa.us, www.dli.state.pa.us/workforceinfo.com, www.scsc.state.pa.us.com, www.bse,state.pa.us, www.usajobs.opm.gov, www.jobsfed.com, www.hoovers.com, www.adquest.com, www.iccweb.com, www.monster.com, www.FlipDog.com, www.helpwantedpage.com, www.jobsearch.org, www.dol.gov, www.business-disability.com, www.jobprofiles.org, www.jobbankusa.com, www.careerbabe.com, www.careercity.com, www.careermag.com, www.careermart.com, www.brassring.com, www.homefair.com, www.salary.com, www.coolsworks.com, www.nationjob.com, www.isquare.com, www.acinet.org, www.nww.org/kckcontents.html, www.pacareerstandards.com/community-partners.php,
Other Information:
Links:
Allegheny Family Network, http://www.alleghenyfamilynetwork.orgMedical Assistance Grants www.uhccf.org/apply_applicant.html Free Medications to Qualifying Individuals http://www.rxassist.org/
Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh
**"CommunicatePA"** http://www.communicatepa.wikispaces.com/Internet Based Tools & Dispute Resolution Services from the Office of Dispute ResolutionLocal Task Force on the Right to Education in Allegheny County Parent Education & Advocacy Leadership Center (PEAL) PEAL Newsletter Spring and Summer 2010Pennsylvania Client Assistance Program The Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare Advisory Board on Autism and Related Disorders- ABOARD Focus Adolescent Services Special Education Resources for Parents parentpals.comThe Association for Retarded Citizens (ARC)